Sterilization

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At STO, we prioritize patient care and safety, which is why we have invested in SteriTraces, a hospital grade digital sterilization management and traceability system. This system tracks and links each instrument cycle to each patient, and records everything securely and automatically.

How SteriTraces works:

Unique Identification: Instrument packages are identified with unique data-matrix barcodes on sterilizer-safe labels.
Digital Recording: The system digitally records data from each sterilization cycle.

Patient Linking: Barcode scanning links instruments used to directly to your patient file.

Automated Compliance: The system provides real-time tracking, digital reporting, and automated reminders for quality assurance tests.

Benefits to patients:

Enhanced Safety: The system validates sterilization cycles and ensures that only properly processed packages are used

Reduced Risk: Avoids human errors from manual data recording

Complete Traceability: Every instrument used in your care is fully traceable and linked to your records.

Peace of mind: This hospital grade system exceeds the standards set by dental regulatory bodies